Crisis at 'Libération'

France's main left-wing daily newspaper is in crisis with the editor Nicolas Demorand having stepped aside amid a clash between editorial staff and shareholders; we take a look at the details. First though, a France 24 exclusive report on a French national who went to fight jihad in Syria; he is one of 300 or so French citizens who have taken this radical decision. Finally, Mary J. Blige chose a rather inappropriate song to serenade François Hollande with at the White House state dinner!

He’s an Irish journalist with a background in law. He also holds a Masters in Conflict and Security Studies from Sciences Po Paris. His special interests are online media as well as French politics.

EMMA JAMESMedia Correspondent

Emma James is a British TV and radio journalist. As well as presenting and reporting for the BBC and ITV, Emma also spent a year making programmes about equestrianism! She's a staunch Stade Francais rugby fan and doting beagle owner.